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Field Operations Qualifications and Experience

UAS Operations

Operate UAS to conduct aerial inspections, surveys, and data collection for various projects.
FAA Remote Pilot-in-Command (RPIC), ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Plan and execute flight missions, including pre-flight and post-flight inspections of UAS equipment.
Analyze weather conditions and local regulations and restrictions to ensure safe and effective flight operations.
Collect, process, and verify that aerial data meets the desired quality and consistency standards.
Maintain accurate flight logs and operational reports.
Troubleshoot and conduct routine maintenance on UAS systems and equipment.
Provide training to other pilots (initial, qualification, progression, and advanced) as needed.
Develop UAS operational standards, techniques, and training programs.

Aerial Operations Center Support

Airspace Management: Coordinate and support the company’s airspace management program, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and managing airspace deconfliction.
Dispatch & Scheduling Support: Authorize and schedule aerial contractors, UAS pilots, UAS operations, and manned aircraft activities to meet operational needs.
Contractor Administration: Liaise with aerial contractors, Supply Chain, and system stakeholders to ensure adherence to company policies and compliance requirements.
Emergency Support: Assist in restoration efforts during emergencies (e.g., storms), coordinating with Air Traffic Control (ATC), FAA, and emergency agencies to maintain safe airspace operations.
Data Analytics: Leverage operational data to monitor and improve the efficiency of aerial operations, contributing to process enhancements and performance reporting.
Customer Support: Provide help-desk support within the AOC, including technical assistance, airspace authorizations, and flight scheduling for internal and external stakeholders.

General

FAA Part 107 Certified
FAA Class-II Medical Certificate
In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations, UAS operational standards, aviation weather analysis, airspace operations, and authorization processes.
Support and participate in the Safety Management Program.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to achieve operational objectives.
Stay current on industry trends, FAA regulations, and UAS technology advancements.
Complete administrative tasks, such as documentation and reporting, in a timely and accurate manner.
Perform additional duties as specified in the contract.
Strong problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in diverse settings.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for coordination and customer support.
Willingness to travel and adapt to various working conditions for UAS operations.
Extensive field experience, with complex inspections & operations.
Experience with UAS operations in the energy sector.
Familiar with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technologies.
Proficient in data analysis, management, reporting, and product development.

Tornado Recovery Survey – Oklahoma City, OK

Conducted rapid post-tornado assessments across affected residential and urban zones within 48 hours of the event.

Actions:

Utilized DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise with thermal overlay for nighttime damage scouting.
Executed over 25 missions in 4 days, identifying compromised infrastructure and collapsed housing.
Logged and geotagged data into ESRI Field Maps for real-time team coordination.
Provided templated damage reports and annotated flight logs to Drone Ops Manager.

Outcome:

Enabled emergency crews to restore critical utilities and access routes within 72 hours; data fed directly into FEMA public assistance requests.

Post-Hurricane Structural Assessment – Lake Charles, LA

Deployed within 48 hours of Hurricane Laura’s landfall to support rapid damage assessment in Lake Charles and surrounding parishes.

Actions:

Coordinated FAA airspace access via LAANC in coordination with state agencies.
Operated a DJI Matrice 300 with Zenmuse H20T camera for thermal and RGB imagery across 60+ locations.
Collected orthomosaic and oblique imagery, uploaded via DroneDeploy and annotated in Survey123.
Assessed roof damage, utility impacts, and access limitations.
Submitted daily logs, media packages, and geospatial overlays for use by FEMA and local officials.

Outcome:

Enabled FEMA and municipal recovery teams to prioritize emergency repairs; contributed to over $20M in verified damage claims.

Winter Storm Infrastructure Inspection – Dallas/Fort Worth

Deployed to inspect damage to municipal infrastructure and energy facilities caused by record-breaking freeze and utility shutdowns.

Actions:

Utilized DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise with thermal overlay for nighttime damage scouting.
Executed over 25 missions in 4 days, identifying compromised infrastructure and collapsed housing.
Logged and geotagged data into ESRI Field Maps for real-time team coordination.
Provided templated damage reports and annotated flight logs to Drone Ops Manager.

Outcome:

Enabled emergency crews to restore critical utilities and access routes within 72 hours; data fed directly into FEMA public assistance requests.

Wildfire Damage Mapping – Sonoma County, CA

Deployed for a 10-day mapping and inspection operation in wildfire-affected mountainous terrain.

Actions:

Flew terrain-following autonomous missions with UgCS and DJI M210 RTK.
Captured and processed aerial data using Pix4Dmapper for burn severity and perimeter tracking.
Coordinated with local emergency managers under TFR compliance for sensitive airspace.
Acted as team lead for 3-person drone ops unit, ensuring safe flight coordination.

Outcome:

Generated actionable maps within 36 hours; data helped direct FEMA and insurance providers to high-risk zones for inspection.

Wildfire Damage Survey – North McAlester, OK

Deployed for a 5-day mapping and inspection operation in the wildfire-affected North McAlester Area.

Actions:

Flew manual and autonomous missions with UgCS and DJI M210 RTK.
Captured and processed aerial data using Pix4Dmapper for burn severity and perimeter tracking.
Coordinated with local emergency managers under TFR compliance for sensitive airspace.
Acted as team lead for 3-person drone ops unit, ensuring safe flight coordination.

Outcome:

Generated actionable maps within 48 hours; data helped direct local assets and insurance providers to high-risk zones for inspection.

Flood Damage Survey – St. Louis, MO

Provided rapid UAV-based assessment of flood-affected infrastructure following record-breaking rainfall in the St. Louis metro area.

Actions:

Used RTK-equipped drones to survey over 100 critical sites, including roads, bridges, and stormwater systems.
Captured oblique imagery for elevation modeling and debris tracking.
Delivered data packages to engineering teams within 24 hours for response prioritization.
Supported environmental and structural impact analysis.

Outcome:

Enabled municipal planners to triage infrastructure repair efforts and improve flood mitigation planning.